Long gone are the days of pitiful bean burritos as the only vegan option in Austin.
Now when you're out on the town for dinner, brunch, or simply looking for a cup of coffee, you have real options to choose from that are exclusively vegan & vegetarian! With the advances in the meat-free industry, we can get drool-worthy sushi, beefy plates of bolognese, and ice cream all without needing to farm animals.
And if you just want a delicious non-meat burger, see our favorite Veggie Burgers in Austin!
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FOOD TRUCKS/TRAILERS
photo Via Facebook / The Vegan Nom
2324 E Cesar Chavez St
If anyone knows how to make great vegan tacos, it's the folks over at The Vegan Nom. Served through the day and late night six days a week, the food trailer offers a wide array of Mexican-inspired tacos as well as snacks and bowls.
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photo Via Facebook / ATX Food Co.
517 S. Lamar Blvd. Lot 1
Based on the tenets of quality, sustainability, and health, ATX Food Co.'s goal is to bring us tasty vegan food jam packed with nutrients. Weekly meal plans are offered to those committed to the cause, but if you're wanting to dip your toes before diving in, visit their food trailer on South Lamar for a taste.
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2906 Fruth St
Kick your burger cravings to the curb with Arlo's unbelievably meatless options. Conveniently located at some of the best bars around town, the food trailer makes for a go-to spot for late night snacks. Make sure to try their Bac'n Cheeze Burger with a side of sweet potato fries - they are perfection.
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Photo Via Conscious Cravings Facebook
4209 Airport Blvd
If you're looking for vegan options that come packed with flavor and spice, look no further. Conscious Cravings has a healthy list of wrap options that incorporate a mix of meat substitutes like unprocessed seitan, GMO-free tofu, avocado, and portabella mushroom. If you're wanting something sweet, check out their fresh smoothies made with a serving of organic flax seeds for a kick of Omega 3s.
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photo Via Facebook / Bistro Vonish
701 E 53rd St
Specializing in elevated vegan food, Bistro Vonish brings seasonal menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Make sure to follow and check their Facebook page for their latest menu updates and holiday specials.
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BRICK AND MORTARS
photo credit: nori facebook
Nori3208 Guadalupe St.
Vegans longing to return to sushi rejoice! Nori's turned their back to fish, and have found a delectable way to create sushi for the vegans of Austin. With plant-based Japanese cuisine, you can get sushi, onigiri, katsu, ramen, and gyoza all without having to sacrifice your meat-free life. All plates are beautifully presented, and it's easily on its way to convince even you're most firmly planted anti-plant-based friends to consider skipping the crab in a California roll.
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photo credit nissi vegan Mexican vegmex facebook
9012 Research Blvd
No longer are you forced to hope the taco truck has something vaguely vegan or even keeps from using the same grill for your tacos as the barbacoa. Nissi Vegan Mexican Vegmex is bringing that heat into the vegan game with their all-meat-free Tacos, Flautas, Nachos, and Burritos. Even gluten-free Birria is on the menu for your celiac friends to finally experience the latest in Tex-Mex trends. A little late now, but still.
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photo Via Website / Beer Plant
3110 Windsor Rd
The Beer Plant has a menu with over 40 craft beers on tap and an extensive menu with small plates, sandwiches, entrees, and desserts. Now serving brunch and late-night eats, the Beer Plant is a healthy vegan restaurant option for any time of the day.
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photo Via Website / Flower Child
Various Locations
In the heart of downtown Austin, Flower Child offers simple, health-conscious vegetarian and vegan plates made with farm-fresh ingredients. From their Vietnamese crunch salad to their Indian spiced cauliflower, the hip restaurant has a range of flavors for any palette.
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DESSERTS
photo via facebook / thai fresh
909 W Mary St
Although Thai Fresh has tons of great vegan and vegetarian entree options, they also come stocked with coconut based ice creams and some of the best gluten-free and vegan baked goods in town. Some of our favorites are their lavender caramel or golden milk ice creams and the chocolate silk pie.
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photo via facebook / voodoo
212 E 6th St
5408 Burnet Rd
Available late night and conveniently located on 6th Street, Voodoo Doughnuts is readily available for those drunk cravings. They specialize in eccentric, out-of-this-world donuts, and serve a variety of vegan ones too - some options include the classic Glazed, Maple Cream, and the Oreo-and-peanut-butter-coated Old Dirty Bastard.
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MORE GREAT PLANT-BASED EATS:
1900 S 1st St
2804 N IH 35
7020 Easy Wind Dr
Shortwave Diner (located at Radio Coffee & Beer)
4204 Menchaca Rd
Various Locations
2200 Aldrich St., Suite 120
2908 Fruth St
5000 Burnet Rd
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